What is Dry Needling?
- When the needle is inserted into the muscle, a microtrauma is created. This is beneficial for numerous reasons, a couple being:
- the healing cells of the body will rush to that area and start healing the stimulated muscle where the cells see fit.
- it causes an increase of blood flow to the area to help decrease the inflammation of the affected muscle.
- After the muscle is inserted into the targeted muscle, a slight twisting and tugging motion is applied to the needle to initiate internal muscle fiber stretching. The needle is then left in the targeted muscle for 10-15 minutes, depending on the region.
How long does it take?
Depending on region, muscle tonicity, and patient tolerance, Dry Needling takes about 10-20 minutes per session. The first session will be slightly longer so the patient may ask any questions necessary.
Who is a candidate for Dry Needling?
- Ages 15+ (with parental consent)
- Athletes
- People with:
- Chronic Low back pain
- Sciatica
- Chronic muscular tightness
- Areas of decreased range of motion
- And many more!!
Who is NOT a candidate for Dry Needling?
- If you:
- are pregnant
- aren't able to understand the treatment
- are very afraid of needles (trypanophobia)
- have a compromised immune systems or blood infection that can be transmitted to others
- Cancer, HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis A-C, Covid-19, Emphysema, etc.
- have just had surgery
- are on blood thinners
Dry Needling Pricing:
All regions are priced for bilateral treatment, meaning both sides of the body in the same region. The price remains the same if only one side of the body needs treatment.
- One Region $75
- Two Regions $100
- Three Regions $125
- Four Regions $150
- Five Regions $175
